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Read moreImagine this: your kids are home from school, and you're juggling work while trying to keep them entertained. It’s tough, right? Well, here’s some great news for families in Alberta.
The Parent Payment Program was introduced to lighten this load. If you’re a parent or guardian of a child aged 12 and under attending a public, Catholic, or francophone school affected by the recent teacher strike, you may be eligible for financial support.
But here’s the thing: these payments are designed to help you cover those unexpected costs that pop up when schools close. For each school day missed during the strike from October 6 to 28, families receive $30 per child. If your child has special needs and you have an active Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) agreement, that support doubles to $60 per child! So, let’s say you have two kids and they missed 14 days of school; that’s a total of $840 you could receive!
Here’s the exciting part: even if you missed the Oct. 27 application cutoff, you can still apply until November 14. Just log into your verified Alberta.ca account and follow the application process. Need help? Just dial 310-1000!
This program is about more than just money; it’s about giving you a little breathing room. So don’t hesitate. Apply today, and take a step toward easing some of that stress. Your family’s peace of mind is just a few clicks away!
Thanks for shedding light on the Parent Payment Program! I was really worried about how to manage the extra expenses while my kids are home, but the details you provided about eligibility and application were super helpful. This gives me some peace of mind!
Thank you for this amazing info! The details about the Parent Payment Program and how it can help manage childcare costs during school closures were exactly what I needed to read right now. I’m feeling a bit more hopeful about balancing everything with the kids at home!
This is such a useful post! I had no idea about the Parent Payment Program in Alberta. The tips on managing both work and kids at home were super practical, especially the part about setting a schedule. Definitely sharing this with other parents I know!
Thanks for sharing this! The details about the Parent Payment Program are super helpful—I had no idea there was financial support available for families during school closures. It definitely eases my mind knowing there are resources to help juggle everything!